THE ELIMINATOR

There’s so much happening this year we simply don’t know where to begin…!

Family-Friendly Camping

Head2Head Downhill MTB Racing

Silent Disco

Off-Road Duathlon

XC Eliminator

Circus Workshop

Kids Duathlon

Live Music

Funky Mountain

Glamping

Delicious Food

Climbing Wall

Scottish Bike Trials

Craft Drinks Bar

Mega Water Slide

Trade Village

Craft Tent

Cosy Campfire

“Delightfully Unique and Riotous Fun!” – Enduro Mountainbike Magazine

It’s that time again, where Farmer Roger sends the cows off on their holidays and removes all the fences, so we can transform Parkhill Farm into a stunning race venue!

The Eliminator Mountain Bike Festival finishes off the Summer holidays in the same way our other festival Cream o’ the Croft kicks it off….with a bang! Although both festivals share many of the same traits such as; family-friendly camping and glamping, beer festival, MTB racing for all ages, delicious food, live music and super-fun festival activities, there is nothing quite like The Eliminator. Described by Enduro Mountainbike Magazine as; “A highlight on the Scottish racing calendar” The Eliminator is undoubtedly the most spectacularly bonkers mountain bike event known to man (or cow).

Our 2018 line-up is so packed we can’t fit it all in here but you can be assured there’s something for everyone! When it comes to Mountain Bike racing we have all bases covered with a Cross-Country Eliminator tournament for the short-course whippets, an off-road Duathlon (The Muckathlon) for the more endurance oriented (plus a mini version for the kids) and the one and only “Eliminator Head2Head MTB Race” for anyone who loves riding Mountain Bikes down hills!

For non-racers we have tons of non-biking activities, from Yoga taster sessions to a Mega Water Slide and live music and we even have pre-pitched Hammock and Bell Tent accommodation if you don’t fancy pitching your own tent! Scroll down for full info or to order your tickets and make sure you follow the Muckmedden social media pages for regular updates!

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FRIDAY 31st AUGUST

It’s Summer, we have the most breath-taking views in Scotland and a well-stocked bar.

Let the good times roll…..

Friday Schedule

(May be subject to change)

3pm – Gates open

Bar and Kitchens open

Race Registration open

Trade Village open

4.30pm – 5.30pm XC Eliminator Practice

5.40pm XC Eliminator Blind Draw

6pm XC Eliminator Tournament

8pm – Midnight Karaoke & DJ

9.15pm XC Eliminator Podium

10pm Kitchens Close

Midnight Close

SATURDAY 1st SEPTEMBER

Oops, after such an amazing first night did we peak too early?

You must be kidding, check out this little lot!

Saturday Schedule

(May be subject to change)

7.30am Gates Open

Kitchens open

8am Race Registration

9am Trade Village open

9.30am Muckathlon start

10am – 12pm Pumptrack – Bouncy Castle – Climbing Wall – Craft Tent

10.30am Head2Head track open (no uplift or chip-timing until 12.30pm)

10.30am – Yoga For Kids (Age 4-7)

11am Bar open

11am – Yoga For Kids (Age 8-11)

11am – 3pm Adventure Circus Workshops

11am – 4pm Face Painter

12pm – 1pm Storytelling and Craft Workshop

12.30pm Uplift open (Head2Head timed practice and qualifying)

1pm Muckathlon Podium

1pm – 4pm Pumptrack – Climbing Wall – Craft Tent

2pm – 4pm Bouncy Castle

1.30pm – Yoga For Kids (Age 12-16)

1.30pm – 2.30pm The Funky Mountain

2pm – 2.45pm – Yoga (Adults)

2.30pm – 5pm Mega Water Slide

5.30pm Head2Head track closes

5.30pm – 6.30pm Monster Balance Bike Racing

6.30pm – Head2Head tournament draw

6.30pm – 7.30pm Beat Laundry DJ Set

6.45pm – “Up the Barley” E-bike Hill Climb Competition

7.30pm YOYP Live Music

8.30pm The Coaltown Daisies

9.30pm Beat Laundry DJ Set

1am Close

SUNDAY 2nd SEPTEMBER

This amazing weekend just keeps on getting better and it’s time for the grand finale….

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MUCKMAIDEN | SUNDAY 12th AUGUST

Muckmaiden Ladies Days are held a couple of weeks before each Muckmedden event to give female riders the chance to enjoy a social ride on the trails that will be used in the upcoming race, or get some professional coaching in a female-specific environment. Hurray and sign up – places are limited!

GETTING THERE

BY ROADNewburgh is around an hour and a half from Glasgow and around an hour from Edinburgh.

From Edinburgh, take Junction 9 (Bridge of Earn) from the M90 and stay in the right hand lane on the slip road. Turn right onto the A912 towards Newburgh and continue straight ahead at the first roundabout. At the end of the straight, turn left onto the A913 at the roundabout signposted Newburgh. After around 5 miles, continue along Newburgh High Street towards Cupar and after passing the service station on the left hand, you should be able to see the festival tents in the field ahead of you. Follow the road and after a row of cottages on the left hand side, turn left onto a farm road towards the event parking and camping areas.

FromPerth, take Junction 9 (Bridge of Earn) from the M90 and stay in the left hand lane on the slip road. Turn left onto the A912 towards Newburgh and continue straight ahead at the first roundabout. At the end of the straight, turn left onto the A913 at the roundabout signposted Newburgh. After around 5 miles, continue along Newburgh High Street towards Cupar and after passing the service station on the left hand side you will see the festival tents etc in the field ahead of you. Follow the road and after a row of cottages on the left hand side, turn left onto a farm road towards the event parking and camping areas.

BUSES & COACHESThe Fife town of Newburgh is served by a regular bus service which runs from Perth, Glenrothes and St Andrews. These services connect with a variety of train, coach and other bus services to the north, east and south. Please click on the following links for full timetables:

Eliminator Timetable & FAQs

What is The Eliminator Mountain Bike Festival?

The Eliminator is a weekend long, family-friendly festival packed with Mountain Bike racing for all ages, live music, camping, glamping, a craft drinks bar, delicious locally-sourced food and a ton of fun attractions that have absolutely nothing to do with bikes.

Where is it, when is it and where can I park?

The festival will be held at Parkhill Farm, Newburgh, Fife (around 20 mins drive from Perth) from Friday 31st August to Sunday 2nd September 2018. On-site parking (and camping) is available and signage and staff will be in position to direct you on the day.

·Muckathlon – anything from a Hybrid to a Mountain Bike. A Cyclocross bike or Hardtail with fast-rolling tyres would be a good compromise between the off-road and road sections.

·Mini-Muckathlon – Any bike with 16” wheels or larger. Off-road tyres an advantage but not essential.

What’s the story with the Head2Head MTB Race?

The Head2Head is a tractor-uplifted downhill race suitable for any bike and rider combination. 29er hardtail, downhill rig, trail bike, anything goes as the track isn’t as full-on as a traditional “Downhill” track. Your entry fee includes an afternoon of timed practice/qualifying runs on Saturday where you’ll be able to go Head2Head with your mates and any other riders as many times as you like. Your fastest run during practice determines your “seeding” for the race tournament on Sunday.

The fastest 64 riders in practice qualify for the Head2Head tournament on Sunday (spaces are limited to just 96 riders, so the odds are with you that you’ll qualify for this tournament). If you’re not in the top 64, you qualify for the “Barley Dual Slalom” tournament which also takes place on Sunday. Either way you get an afternoon of uplift and a day of racing on Sunday. Everyone’s a winner!

If you qualify for the Head2Head on Sunday and you’re eliminated at the earliest opportunity (after two race runs), you’ll be moved into the “Barley Dual Slalom” tournament for more racing on Sunday afternoon.

If I’m eliminated early from the XC Eliminator, won’t I feel a bit ripped-off?

Hopefully not, because not only have you just raced in Scotland’s only XC Eliminator tournament – one of the most exclusive MTB races in the UK – but your entry fee also includes weekend festival entry for a friend/pit crew to join you at The Eliminator MTB Festival!

Your bargain entry fee entitles you both to free access to all festival attractions and entertainment for the entire weekend which means you have the rest of the weekend to party, ring cowbells, heckle and generally have a ball. Or of course if you fancy more riding, you still have the option to enter the Muckathlon or Head2Head (at an extra cost). Unbelievable value for money, hurry up before we change our minds!

How technical is the riding?

XC Eliminator – The course is not too technical when compared to a regular XC course as there will be four riders lining up at the start line and it’s a 3-minute lap. In the XC Eliminator, the first two riders in each heat progress to the next round so you’ll have plenty of space to nip up the inside on the corners and overtake on the ups and downs. Expect singletrack, double-track, super-steep climbs, rollers and other good stuff.

Head2Head MTB Race – This is a “downhill” race in the sense that you get a lift to the top of the course by tractor and then race down a great big hill. BUT you do not need to ride a downhill bike, you do not need to be a “downhiller” and your wheels never have to leave the ground unless you want them to (but there are many opportunities for big air on the jumps if you like). The biggest difference however, is that you are racing against another, living, breathing rider and what a buzz that is!

Muckathlon – Not very technical in relation to a “real” mountain bike course, this is all about fitness, stamina and endurance. If you’re an off-road novice The Muckathlon is a totally achievable challenge provided you’re fairly fit both on and off the bike. Nobody said it was easy though, this is a tough course with one particularly brutal climb in the middle of the cycle section. The ideal candidate should have an appreciation for breath-taking views and be able to run/jog/walk for 10km (2x 4.5kms) and be able to ride a bike for around 20kms. Apply within!

What tickets do I need?

Everyone needs either a Festival pass or a Race Entry.

If you’re not racing and are just coming to support/heckle the racers, chill-out in the bar, take in some live bands and watch the most exciting mountain bike racing on the planet, you need a Festival Pass. This is valid for the whole weekend and includes parking and unlimited entry to all festival attractions and entertainment including Giant Water Slide, Funky Mountain, Live Music and anything else we can dream up (excludes race entry). Family Passes are available. Under 6’s go for FREE.

If you’re racing in the XC Eliminator, Head2Head, Muckathlon or Kids Mini-Muckathlon, you only need a race entry. Your race entry entitles you to unlimited access to all festival attractions and entertainment across the weekend. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of children who are taking part in the Kids Mini-Muckathlon must also have a Festival Pass or Race Entry.

Is camping included in the price?

No. Camping is available at a very reasonable extra cost when you buy your tickets. If you don’t fancy pitching up and want to live like a King (or Queen) for the weekend, why not upgrade to a pre-pitched Funky Bell Tent, complete with wood-burning stove and posh Chandelier. Feeling adventurous? Why not book a Funky Hammock for the weekend? Complete with your very own canopy roof and Swedish Candle, these things are like a single-person tent in the trees and they’re even lockable, so you can stash some gear inside (at your own risk of course, so don’t stash any family heirlooms in there!)

Campervans, Caravans and Motorhomes

Caravan, Motorhome and Campervan pitches are available to buy with all other tickets. Yes of course it’s another bargain. It’s what we do.

Opening times

Friday 31st August – Gates open at 3pm and racing starts at 7pm approx. Bar closes around midnight.

Saturday 1st September – Gates and race registration open at 7.30am approx. Bar closes at 1am.

Sunday 2nd September – Gates and race registration open at 8am approx. Festival closes at 4pm.

Can I bring my Dog?

If it’s a foaming-mouthed Hound of Death, then the answer’s no. However, we do love dogs, so Scooby Doo is welcome provided he/she is kept on a lead AT ALL TIMES as there will be livestock in the surrounding fields and children running around all weekend. All mess must be cleared up and disposed of in the bins IMMEDIATELY so make sure you bring those little plastic bags to clean up the “mound of the hound”!

We reserve the right to refuse entry and/or ask you to remove your dog from the venue if they are being a nuisance to others.

Can we have a Campfire?

We will have a communal fire in the event village (weather permitting), but no individual fires are allowed within the camping area for safety reasons. A communal fire means you can bring along your guitar and get your ging gang goolies out though, just be careful they don’t get burnt!

Toilets and Showers

Portable toilets will be situated within the event village and camping field. Temporary showers will also be available within the camping field, but times restrictions may apply, so please check the notices so you don’t get caught-out whilst fully lathered in Imperial Leather.

Food and Drink

One of the attractions at The Eliminator will be the choice of quality food and drink available including a host of delicious local ales, ciders, wines and fresh juices. At this stage we’re not 100% sure who will be providing food at the festival but rest-assured, as we love our food you can expect some of the finest gastro delights in Scotland. We wouldn’t accept anything less!

You are welcome to bring along your own food and drink, but only for consumption in the campsite. It is against licencing laws to bring your own alcohol into the event village. If you wish to cook anything it must be on a proper camping stove – no barbeques, disposable or otherwise for safety reasons. Please be a responsible camper – any rubbish you create please put it in one of the many wheelie bins on-site, or take it with you and put it in your bin at home.

Cash Points & Shops

There are several cash machines and convenience stores in Newburgh (5 minutes from the site).

Bike Repair and Shiny Stuff

Several bike shops will be set up in the trade village, each supplying a great selection of parts and accessories, gloves, pads, helmets, new bikes and all the stuff you’d expect from a local bike shop – including repairs if you’re stuck! There will also be a host of non-bike related traders and craft stalls selling and promoting a variety of wares and goods. Resistance is futile to the shiny-shiny.

First Aid & Insurance

We have full public liability event cover; however, participants take part in all races and activities at their own risk. We have top notch first aid cover for the whole weekend, capable of accessing the trickier to reach parts of the venue and provide emergency first aid when required.

Prizes

We have a pile of swag to give away across the weekend thanks to our lovely Sponsors and you don’t even need to be a racer to win a prize, anyone with a festival pass is in with a chance. As ever we’ll have a Random Raffle (time TBC) and if your name’s called out you’ve won something nice!

What else is going on apart from bike racing?

We’re adding more cool stuff to the line-up all the time, so you’re probably best to keep checking the Muckmedden website and social media streams for regular updates but as a taster we have; a Mega Water Slide, Bouncy Castle, Live Music, Funky Mountain (an uphill scramble where you get covered in multi-coloured powder and everyone comes out looking like a human rainbow), Yoga sessions, Farmer’s Market, Silent Disco, Climbing Wall, Fire Performer, Traders Village, Beer Festival, Storytelling Sessions, Campfires, acres of open space, the most amazing views in Scotland. If you don’t like the sound of any of that, you can always just nod-off in a hammock.

I’m worried about the weather. Will it be too hot?

Most likely. Fife is one of the sunniest places on the planet and only rains as little as 50% of the year. Bring a hat. And sunscreen. And a brolly. And wellies. And flip flops. And maybe a snorkel. And definitely don’t forget your swimmers and inflatables for the Giant Water Slide!

I’d like to be a festival attraction/exhibitor/volunteer

We’d love your help at the festival and will happily lavish you with free festival passes and food vouchers in return for any help. We may even be able to sling a race entry your way if you’re interested in competing. Likewise, if you want to showcase your brand-new invention or sell your wares to a captive audience of lovely outdoor-types at the festival, please email: info@muckmedden.co.uk